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Costa Rica: Medical Assistance 11 Days

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Learn what it takes to run a mobile clinic in the Guanacaste Region of Costa Rica in this medical Career Experience program for high school students. Under the guidance of MEDLIFE doctors and other medical professionals, you will help provide free healthcare to the community of Tamarindo, a beautiful and diverse coastal town. Our friendly staff leads this 11-day program, which combines community...

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Program Highlights

Help set up and run a medical mobile clinic.

Rotate work stations (medical, public health, pharmacy, etc.).

Take part in a MEDLIFE development project.

Learn to surf with professional instructors.

Zip-line over a lush forest canopy.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Liberia, Costa Rica
Availability
Year(s) Offered2026Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • Summer
Age Requirement:14-17
Types & Subjects
Focus Areas:
  • Community Service & Volunteering
  • Experiential Learning
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Program Details

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Locations

  • Liberia, Costa Rica

Types and Subjects

  • Focus Areas
  • Community Service & Volunteering
  • Experiential Learning

Availability

Years Offered: 2026

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • Summer

Age Requirement

14-17

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Group Meals
  • All Program Activity Costs

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

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Learn what it takes to run a mobile clinic in the Guanacaste Region of Costa Rica in this medical Career Experience program for high school students. Under the guidance of MEDLIFE doctors and other medical professionals, you will help provide free healthcare to the community of Tamarindo, a beautiful and diverse coastal town. Our friendly staff leads this 11-day program, which combines community service and career experience. They are always available to support, guide, and provide reflection on the impact of our work. They also promote the value of empathy and cultural sensitivity. Walk away with hands-on medical support experience and a greater understanding of the complexities and challenges of public health in remote communities. In addition to your volunteer service, this teen pro...

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